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How Can I Ride My Bicycle Safely at Night?

Posted on March 23, 2016 by Dudek Law Firm

The Los Angeles Times recently ran a story about the Laemmle Charitable Foundation’s Operation Firefly, which is designed to educate cyclists on how to bicycle safely at night. Operation Firefly, which occurs annually from November to March, sets up pop up events at night throughout Los Angeles, where volunteers provide bike lights and information concerning nighttime bicycling safety to area cyclists. What Do I Need to Do to Ride My Bicycle Safely at Night? According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data gathered in 2013, 56 percent of fatal bicycle accidents in the US that year occurred sometime between 3 p.m. and 12 a.m. Honestly, it is just logic. The fact is that cyclists sometimes escape a driver’s view when it is daylight outside, so it is natural that once it is dark, it would become even more difficult for drivers to see cyclists. Therefore, for their own safety, cyclists…
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How Do I Treat the Most Common Bicycle Injuries At Home?

Posted on March 16, 2016 by Dudek Law Firm

As an avid cyclist himself, San Diego bicycle accident attorney Fred Dudek understands both the joys of cycling and the pain that a bike accident injury can cause a cyclist. Therefore, something he learned early on is how to treat common bicycle injuries at home. While treating common bicycle injuries at home is a skill that cyclists should know, at-home treatment is not meant as a replacement for regular doctor visits, seeking medical attention following a bike accident or having a physician examine a recurring bicycle injury. At-home bike injury treatment is just an option cyclists can take advantage of between doctor visits for treating minor injuries and nagging aches and pains that are the result of cycling on a regular basis. How Do I Treat Common Bicycle Injuries at Home? Common bicycle injuries and at-home treatment options: Cuts – For deep cuts, you should seek medical attention. However, shallow…
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These Are the Best Foods for Recovering from a Bicycle Accident Injury

Posted on March 9, 2016 by Dudek Law Firm

Nutrition is always important no matter where you are in life, but it becomes even more important when you are recovering from a bicycle accident injury. Food has a lot of power. Good, healthy food choices can lift your mood and promote rapid recovery. A good balance of proteins, vitamins and antioxidants will help you get back to your best as fast as possible. What Kind of Meat Should I Eat? After a bicycle injury, it’s important to get a healthy intake of protein to help rebuild damaged tissue. Scientists say that protein is essential for repairing muscle damage. That’s why athletes and body builders like to consume so much protein; it helps promote growth and recovery. Look for leaner meats with lower fat content such as poultry, fish, and extra lean beef. What About Produce? Veggies high in vitamin A are great for producing white blood cells. White blood…
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